[UPDATED] Kazakhstan: Situation as of January 13th

January 8th, 2022 Almaty surrounded by checkpoints, dozens of servicemen on watch Almaty is fully surrounded by checkpoints, with dozens of servicemen and armored vehicles on watch, local source reported on Saturday. Cars are surveyed and documents are inspected thoroughly at the city’s exit. The shooting is occasionally heard in Almaty, though it is less intense than in previous days. TV reports repeatedly urge to stay clear of windows in the regions where the mopping-up operation is underway. Some food stores have opened, though residents say there is no bread available. There are still problems with cash in the city….